TUESDAY, JUNE 13
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Registration Check In | Level M1
1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Opening Session – From Awareness to Action: Advancing Equity in STEM | Zlotnik Ballroom
La Keisha Leonard, Master Teacher, University of North Texas
Abria Harris, Mathematics Clinical Faculty, Florida State University
2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.
Inclusive Innovation Hub | 104
La Keisha Leonard, Master Teacher, University of North Texas
Abria Harris, Mathematics Clinical Faculty, Florida State University
Discussing Identity: A Tool for Fostering an Inclusive Teaching Environment | 107
Stephanie Shepherd, Associate Professor, Auburn University
Drawing Out Understanding: Constructivist Strategies to Promote Equitable Learning Opportunities | 108
Fonya Scott, Master Teacher, Middle Tennessee State University
Jennifer Seat, Teacher, Metro Nashville Public Schools
Molly Goss, Teacher, Metro Nashville Public Schools
We're All in This Together: Unique Stories of Black Gay Male Math Teachers and Their K–12 Classrooms | 115
Milen Matthews, PhD Student, University of Maryland
Revisiting Freedom-Focused Pedagogies: Design Thinking as a Framework for PBI | 116
Paulette Evans, Program Director, University of Alabama at Birmingham
Timothy McKenzie, Program Coordinator, Master Teacher, University of Alabama at Birmingham
John Cross, Master Teacher, University of Alabama at Birmingham
Malysa Chandler, Master Teacher, University of Alabama at Birmingham
Reflection on and Reshaping of Personal Practice to Include Equity | Zlotnik Ballroom 1
Brian Fortney, Master Teacher, Lecturer, University of North Texas
Nirmala Naresh, Associate Professor, University of North Texas
Using Current Events in Social Justice Mathematics Lessons | Zlotnik Ballroom 2
Diana Cheng, Professor, Towson University
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Inclusive Innovation Hub | 104
La Keisha Leonard, Master Teacher, University of North Texas
Abria Harris, Mathematics Clinical Faculty, Florida State University
Gender and Racial Differences in STEAM Identity | 107
Lauren Mauel, Assistant Teaching Professor, University of Wisconsin Green Bay
Supporting Transgender and Non-Binary Students in the Classroom | 108
Samson Stynen, Undergraduate Peer Mentor, STEM Club President, University of Nevada, Reno
Breaking Barriers in CS: Recruiting Students and Teachers in Critical Shortage Areas | 115
Yvonne Loya, Manager for K–12 Partnerships and Development, UTeach Institute
Bias and the Brain: Preservice Teachers’ Understanding of the Impact of Implicit Bias on Student Outcomes | Zlotnik Ballroom 1
Uchenna Emenaha, Assistant Professor, Curriculum & Instruction, Stephen F. Austin State University
One Page to Rule Them All: How ERJ One-Pagers Can Be Used to Leverage Equity in Diverse Classrooms | Zlotnik Ballroom 2
Elizabeth Goldberg, Science Master Teacher, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Patricia Ramirez-Biondolillo, Assistant Professor of Practice, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Pam Kirkland, Science Master Teacher, University of Texas at Dallas
Yolanda Kirkpatrick, Clinical Associate Professor, University of Tennessee, Knoxville
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 14
7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Registration Check In | Level M1
7:30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m.
Breakfast | Tejas Dining Room Level M2
Student Breakfast – CLOSED BREAKFAST | Zlotnik Ballroom 1
Master Teacher Breakfast – CLOSED BREAKFAST | Zlotnik Ballroom 5
9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a. m.
Conference Opening Keynote – Expanding the Learning Environment for STEM | Zlotnik Ballroom
Jim Hollis, Director and Founder, The Calculus Roundtable
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Get the Facts Out: Research, Resources, and Strategies for Recruiting STEM Teachers | 104
Glenn Waddell, Jr., Teaching Associate Professor, Master Teacher, University of Nevada, Reno
Wendy Adams, Teach@Mines Director, Research Professor of Physics, Colorado School of Mines
The Role of STEM Identity in Teaching and Learning | 107
Joanie Funderburk, Strategic Alliance Director, Texas Instruments | @JoanieFun
Coding and STEM: Ensuring Fun and Learning Collide | 108
Brian Dunnicliffe, Education Technology Consultant, Texas Instruments
Lost and Found: How the Impostor Syndrome Colors Teacher Professional Development | 115
Elizabeth Goldberg, Science Master Teacher, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley | @utrgvuteach
Creating Authentic PBL Experiences by Partnering with Local Informal STEM Education Providers | 116
Kate York, Master Teacher, University of Texas at Dallas
Katie Donaldson, Associate Director, Master Teacher, University of Texas at Dallas
What Is UTeach? | Zlotnik Ballroom 1
Michael Marder, UTeach Executive Director, University of Texas at Austin
Kimberly Hughes, Director, UTeach Institute
Building a Positive Classroom (Part 1 of 2): Creating Cooperative Kids | Zlotnik Ballroom 2
Lynn Kirby, Associate Professor of Practice, University of Texas at Austin
Ariel Taylor, Assistant Professor of Practice, University of Texas at Austin
UTeach for Texas: Accelerated Pathways to Certification for STEM Degree-Holders | Zlotnik Ballroom 5
Carrie Culpepper, UTeach for Texas Program Manager, UTeach Institute
Paige Evans, Clinical Professor, Co-Director, University of Houston
Course Overview: Step 1 and Step 2 | Zlotnik Ballroom 6
Tim Sears, Associate Professor of Practice, UTeach Science Master Teacher, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Stacy Solis, Associate Professor of Practice, UTeach Science Master Teacher, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Lunch | Tejas Dining Room Level M2
1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.
Engaging Everyone: Effective Instructional Strategies for K–12 Computer Science and STEM Courses | 104
Jason Slabodsky, Senior Teacher Support Specialist, UTeach Institute
Community College Outreach and Access: A Conversation About UTeach Efforts, Successes, and Challenges | 107
Doron Zinger, UCI CalTeach Program Director, University of California, Irvine
Alexandra Eusebi, Assistant Professor, University of Texas at Austin
Building Bridges: Encouraging Community Involvement in STEAM Education | 108
Madison Staton, Secondary Science Teacher, Butler County High School, Morgantown, Kentucky | @madisontstaton | @sciencewithstaton
Toward AI-Supported Tiered Interventions for Math/Science Content Knowledge Exam Preparation | 115
Melissa Johnson, Master Teacher, Norfolk State University
Ronald White, Spartans Teach Director, Norfolk State University
USEA: Strategizing for Change in STEM Education | 116
Mariam Manuel, Clinical Assistant Professor, USEA Vice President, President-Elect, University of Houston | @ScienceManuel
Katey Arrington, UTeach Associate Director, UTeach Institute
Ashlee Bushee, UTeach National Network Coordinator, UTeach Institute
What Is the STEM Teacher Shortage? | Zlotnik Ballroom 1
Michael Marder, UTeach Executive Director, University of Texas at Austin
Building a Positive Classroom (Part 2 of 2): A Day at the Improv | Zlotnik Ballroom 2
Lynn Kirby, Associate Professor of Practice, University of Texas at Austin
Ariel Taylor, Assistant Professor of Practice, University of Texas at Austin
Course Overview: Knowing and Learning in Mathematics and Science | Zlotnik Ballroom 5
Perri Segura, Clinical Associate Professor, teachHOUSTON, University of Houston
2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Let's Get Outside! Utilizing iNaturalist in the Classroom to Engage with Nature | 104
Alexander Eden, PhD Student, Florida International University | @EducatorEden
Integrated Math and Computer Science Curricula: Factors Shaping Teacher Implementation | 107
Christy Andrews-Larson, Associate Professor, Florida State University
Ellen Granger, Co-Director, Florida State University
Sherry Southerland, Co-Director, Florida State University
Jessica Smith, Graduate Student, Florida State University
One Blueprint for Enhancing the Preparation of UTeach Graduates to Serve in High-Need Schools | 108
Gay Stewart, Director, WVU Center for Excellence in STEM Education, West Virginia University | @wvuteach | @therealwvuteach
John Stewart, Professor of Physics, Lead Researcher, WVU Center for Excellence in STEM Education, West Virginia University
Teaching the History of Electricity Through Inquiry | 115
Christine Schnittka, Professor, AUTeach Co-Director, University of Alabama at Birmingham | @chrisschnittka
Training, Supporting, and Mentoring Women in STEM Fields: A Panel Discussion | 116
David Sparks, Assistant Professor of Math-Science Education and Teacher Education, University of Texas Permian Basin
Milka Montes, Associate Professor of Chemistry, University of Texas Permian Basin
Athenia Oldham, Associate Professor of Biology, University of Texas Permian Basin
Kristi Ham, Math Master Teacher, Lecturer, University of Texas Permian Basin
Stacey Conley, UTeach Permian Basin Student, University of Texas Permian Basin
Gisela Flores, UTeach Permian Basin Student, University of Texas Permian Basin
Course Overview: Functions and Modeling | Zlotnik Ballroom 1
Ariel Taylor, Assistant Professor of Practice, University of Texas at Austin
Course Overview: Classroom Interactions | Zlotnik Ballroom 2
Gayle Evans, Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Florida | @ufteach1 | @ufteachatnorman
Kristen Apraiz, Clinical Associate Professor, Mathematics Education, University of Florida
Supporting Effective Educator Development (SEED) Project All-Partners Meeting – CLOSED SESSION | Zlotnik Ballroom 5
Amy Moreland, UTeach Expansion Manager, UTeach Institute
3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.
Enhancing the Learning in Social Emotional Learning | 104
Preston Dozier, Teacher, Pearce High School, Richardson Independent School District
Johnny Gallardo, Teacher, Hillcrest High School, Dallas Independent School District
Authentic Learning with a Twist: A Paycheck! | 107
Cory Gavitt, Master Teacher, University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Amber Albrecht, Student, University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Does Your Math Class Need a Medic? | 108
Krystal Evans, Math Teacher, Lockhart High School, Lockhart Independent School District | @krystalarevans
Recruitment Strategies for Non-Education Majors in Higher Education | 115
William Burke, Senior Director Office of Pre Health Services, Virginia State University
Surprising Inquiry Lessons for Multiple Courses: Unique Discrepant Events with Low-Cost Materials | 116
Tim Sears, Associate Professor of Practice, UTeach Science Master Teacher, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Stacy Solis, Associate Professor of Practice, UTeach Science Master Teacher, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Funding for the Future: Gifts and Grants to Grow Your Program | Zlotnik Ballroom 1
Moderator: Dean Curran, Associate Director for Development, University of Texas at Austin
Course Overview: Research Methods | Zlotnik Ballroom 2
Deanna Buckley, Associate Professor of Practice, UTeach Austin, University of Texas at Austin
Mentoring and Induction: Supporting Early Career STEM Teachers Through an Enhanced Induction Model | Zlotnik Ballroom 5
Paige Evans, Clinical Professor, teachHOUSTON Co-Director, University of Houston | @UHteachHOUSTON
Amanda Campos, Master Teacher, teachHOUSTON, University of Houston
5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Reception and Poster Session | Zlotnik Ballroom
THURSDAY, JUNE 15
8:00 a.m. to 9:15 a. m.
Breakfast | Tejas Dining Room Level M2
Alabama Program Team Breakfast – CLOSED BREAKFAST | Zlotnik Ballroom 1
Texas Program Breakfast – CLOSED BREAKFAST | Zlotnik Ballroom 5
9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Testing the Waters: Integrating Computer Science in the Introductory UTeach Courses | 104
Kristen Apraiz, Clinical Associate Professor, Mathematics Education, University of Florida | @ufteach1 | @ufteachatnorman
Gayle Evans, Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Florida
Richard Bex, Postdoctoral Research Associate, University of Florida | @richardbex2
Don Miller, Director of Computer Science Outreach and Implementation, University of Florida
Maya Israel, Associate Professor of Educational Technology and Computer Science Education, University of Florida | @misrael09
Enroll. Invest. Graduate: Ensure Your Preservice Teachers Pass Their Certification Exams . . . the First Time | 107
Jason Ampel, Founder, The Learning Liaisons
Actions for Improving Field-Based Experiences: Successes, Challenges, and Opportunities | 108
Naehee Kwun, Teacher Network Facilitator, University of California, Irvine | @NaeheeK
Casting a Wider Net: Diversity-Forward Recruiting | 115
Paulette Evans, UABTeach Program Director, University of Alabama at Birmingham
Timothy McKenzie, Master Teacher, UABTeach Program Coordinator, University of Alabama at Birmingham
John Cross, Master Teacher, UABTeach, University of Alabama at Birmingham
Malysa Chandler, Master Teacher, UABTeach, University of Alabama at Birmingham
An Exploration and Conversation on the Use of Tracking Data Between Replication Sites | 116
Grant Clayton, Associate Professor, University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Kristi McCann, Graduate Student, Senior Instructor, University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Making Math Come Alive with Desmos | Zlotnik Ballroom 1
Ashlynn Cage, High School Math Content Trainer, East Baton Rouge Parish School System
Kacey Grant, High School Math Teacher, College and Career High School, Albuquerque Public Schools
Course Overview: Project-Based Instruction | Zlotnik Ballroom 2
Sumudu Lewis, Associate Clinical Professor, UTeach Program Coordinator, University of Massachusetts Lowell
10:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
Engaging Diverse Students Successfully and Equitably in the STEM Classroom | 104
Bonnie Hain, Director of School and District Partnerships, Derivita
Student Ambassador Programs for Recruiting and Building Community in Teacher Preparation | 107
Aaron Koehler, Senior Program Coordinator, UTeach Access Student Services Manager, UTeach Austin, University of Texas at Austin
Jessica Villarreal, Student Ambassador, UTeach Austin, University of Texas at Austin
Kyle DuBose, Student Ambassador, UTeach Austin, University of Texas at Austin
Mapping the STEM Teacher Shortage | 108
Maya Garcia, Chief Program Officer, Beyond100K
From Two to One: How UCCS Merged Their Step 1 and 2 Courses | 115
Josie Smith, Senior Instructor, University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Lisa Hines, Professor, University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Emma Stump, Student, University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Research Roundtable on Project-Based Learning and Creativity, Job Satisfaction, and Career Pathways | 116
Michael Ralph, Lead Researcher, University of Kansas | @MichaelCRalph
Abria Harris, Master Teacher, Florida State University
Mariam Manuel, Clinical Assistant Professor, USEA Vice President, President-Elect, University of Houston | @ScienceManuel
Alexander Eden, Alumni, University of Massachusetts Lowell | @EducatorEden
Lessons Learned Through Reconstruction of a UTeach Program | Zlotnik Ballroom 1
Laurie Cleavinger, Teaching Professor, University of Kansas
Chris Carter, Master Teacher, University of Kansas
Course Overview: Perspectives on Science and Mathematics | Zlotnik Ballroom 2
Martha Day, Professor, SKyTeach Co-Director, Western Kentucky University
Melanie Owens, Master Teacher, SKyTeach, Western Kentucky University
Lessons in the Sky: Preparing for the Next Great American Solar Eclipses! | Zlotnik Ballroom 5
Mary Urquhart, UTeach Dallas Director, University of Texas at Dallas | @UTeachDallas
11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Lunch | Tejas Dining Room Level M2
1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Strategies and Resources for Supporting Preservice Teachers to Engage in Ambitious Instruction | 104
Lisa Amick, Professional Learning Specialist, CPM Educational Program
Sharon Rendon, Director of Professional Learning, CPM Educational Program
You Can't Teach What You Don't Know: Transforming Perspectives into a Global History | 107
Nina Ellis Frischmann, Adjunct Professor, University of Colorado Colorado Springs
You Belong in STEM: Supporting and Developing Teachers | 108
Ashley Huderson, STEM and CS Equity Policy Fellow, Office of the Deputy Secretary of Education
Course Overview: Apprentice Teaching | 115
Kelli Allen, Associate Professor of Practice, UTeach Austin, University of Texas at Austin
Pamela Garrison Elias, Professor of Practice, UTeach Austin, University of Texas at Austin
Project-Based Learning: Making STEM Come Alive for Students and Their Community | 116
Carol Harle, Professor, UTeachSA, University of Texas at San Antonio | @carolharle1
Anthony Khosravi, CAST School Administrator, UTeachSA, University of Texas at San Antonio
Melissa Walters, Math Teacher and PBL Leader, CAST STEM High School, University of Texas at San Antonio
Building Authentic Relationships with Students: Lessons Learned from Schools | Zlotnik Ballroom 1
Fonya Scott, Master Teacher, Middle Tennessee State University
Jennifer Seat, Teacher, Metro Nashville Public Schools
Molly Goss, Teacher, Metro Nashville Public Schools
UTeach Co-Director Meeting – CLOSED SESSION | Zlotnik Ballroom 5
Mariam Manuel, Clinical Assistant Professor, USEA Vice President, President-Elect, University of Houston | @ScienceManuel
Mary Enderson, Associate Professor of Mathematics Education, Co-Director, Old Dominion University
2:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Shaping the Future of STEM Education: Insights from Innovative Alumni
Opener: Michael Ralph, Lead Researcher, University of Kansas | @MichaelCRalph
Moderator: Madison Staton, Secondary Science Teacher, Butler County High School, Morgantown, Kentucky | @madisontstaton | @sciencewithstaton
Daniel Brown, Chief Executive Officer, KT Accountability
Ashley Saenz, AP and Honors Chemistry Teacher, James Pace Early College High School
Tyler Parminter, Director of Learning Services, Student Services, and Athletics, Vanderbilt University
COMPETITIVE STUDENT POSTERS
Analogies and Student Conceptual Understanding in Physics
Preston DiDomenico, Student, Middle Tennessee State University
Desert Research Institute Science Alive Internship: Curriculum Development Experience
Samson Stynen, Undergrad Science Alive Intern, University of Nevada, Reno
Megan Lindsey, Undergrad Science Alive Intern, University of Nevada, Reno
Engaging Foster Youth in STEM
Anastashia Pelletier, Vice President of MonarchTeach Student Organization, Old Dominion University
Cam Hnatkowicz, PR Chair of MonarchTeach Student Organization, Old Dominion University
Eukaryotes Vs. Prokaryotes: A Lesson on DNA Replication
Lluvia Garcia, Student Assistant/ UTeach Student, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Experiences as Undergraduate Researchers on a Grant-Funded Project
Megan Lindsey, Undergraduate Student Researcher, University of Nevada, Reno
Susannah Muscott, Undergraduate Student Researcher, University of Nevada, Reno
JSTEM: A UTeach Intern Experience
Isabel Amaro, UTeach Student, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Lluvia Garcia, Student Assistant and UTeach Student, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Making a Positive Learning Space for All Math Students
Kayla Wilson, Student, Middle Tennessee State University
Allison Williams, Student, Middle Tennessee State University
Moving Forward in Creating Supports for PBI Mentors and Mentees
Taylor Whitney, Undergraduate Student Researcher, University of Nevada, Reno
Belle Deleon, Undergraduate Student Researcher, University of Nevada, Reno
Through the Eyes of High School Students: UTeach Interns as Role Models in Summer JSTEM Program
Yailen Gomez, Student Assistant and UTeach Student, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Mario Almanza, Student Intern, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
NON-COMPETITIVE POSTERS
Artificial Intelligence in Undergrad Assessments
Chris Carter, Master Teacher/Lecturer, University of Kansas
Enactment of Science and Engineering Practices by Perspectives in Science and Mathematics Students in Micro-Teaching Settings
Diana Cheng, Professor of Mathematics, Towson University
Deepika Menon, Assistant Professor of Science Education, University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Integrating Phenomenon-Based Science Instruction and Storylines Into the PBI Curriculum
William Lindsay, Assistant Teaching Professor, Co-Director CU Teach, University of Colorado Boulder
Professional Development for Change: Equity and Racial Justice
La Keisha Leonard, Master Teacher, Teach North Texas, University of North Texas
Pamela Groves, Master Teacher, UTRGV UTeach, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley | @UTRGVUTeach
Anisha Campbell, Associate Director, Terrapin Teachers, University of Maryland
Katie Donaldson, Master Teacher, Associate Director, UTeach Dallas, University of Texas at Dallas
Elizabeth Goldberg, Associate Professor of Practice, Science Master Teacher, UTRGV UTeach, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Mary Gregory, Master Teacher, MonarchTeach, Old Dominion University
Pam Kirkland, Master Teacher, UTeach Dallas, University of Texas at Dallas | @UTeachDallas
Yolanda Kirkpatrick, Master Teacher, VolsTeach, University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Latanya Sutphin, Master Teacher, MonarchTeach, Old Dominion University
Reading Reflections: How Course Readings Can Be Innovated to Enrich the Learning Experience of Preservice Teachers
Molly Novelli, PhD Student, UTeach TA, University of Texas at Austin
Strengthening Earth Science Education with a Vivid Earth Science Introduction to Plate Tectonics
Mary Urquhart, Associate Professor, Director, UTeach Dallas, University of Texas at Dallas
Ning Wang, Researcher, PhD Candidate, UTD GSS Co-Founder, University of Texas at Dallas
Robert Stern, Professor of Geosciences, University of Texas at Dallas
The Rebirth of the NevadaTeach STEM Club
Sabrina Ma, Graduate Student, University of Nevada, Reno
Samson Stynen, University of Nevada, Reno
Translating Undergraduate STEM Research to K-12 Teaching Practices: BURET Tools and Outcomes
Elisa Stone, CalTeach Program Director, University of California, Berkeley
Laleh Coté, Graduate Student, Berkeley School of Education, University of California, Berkeley
Anthony Garcia, Graduate Student, Department of Chemistry, University of California, Berkeley
Anne Baranger, Professor, Department of Chemistry, University of California, Berkeley
USEA Induction and Professional Development Working Group
Elizabeth Goldberg, Science Master Teacher, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Michael Odell, Co-Director, University of Texas at Tyler
Pam Kirkland, Science Master Teacher, University of Texas at Dallas
Mary Urquhart, Associate Professor, Director, UTeach Dallas, University of Texas at Dallas
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